Maintenance Supervisor (5TMSP)
About The Position
This role is for a Maintenance Supervisor at 5T Management Service Provider (5TMSP), focusing on leading maintenance across assigned Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) senior properties on the South Side. The position emphasizes preventive maintenance on a written schedule for various building systems, including boilers, pumps, HVAC, elevators, roofs, and fire and life-safety systems. The goal is to get ahead of problems and ensure properties are well-maintained and ready for inspections. The role involves managing a Chief Engineer and on-site crew, prioritizing tasks, conducting building walks, and overseeing work order completion. The company serves seniors, and timely repairs are crucial for residents' quality of life, with a 24-hour emergency response and 48-hour urgent repair turnaround policy. The company is growing, offering career advancement opportunities for leaders who can maintain high standards across multiple properties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 5+ years in building maintenance or facilities
- 2+ years supervising staff
- Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and boiler or hot-water systems
- Experience managing staff and vendors across more than one property at a time
- Comfort with a work order system (Yardi preferred) and Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between properties
- Evening, weekend, and on-call availability
- Ability to climb, reach roofs and mechanical rooms, and lift 50 pounds
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Trade certifications (HVAC, EPA 608, boiler license)
- CHA or HUD experience
Responsibilities
- Review, assign, and track emergency, aging, preventive, and inspection work orders in Yardi
- Walk each property to catch safety, systems, and cleanliness issues early
- Keep every property ready for NSPIRE, HUD's physical inspection standard
- Lead and coach the Chief Engineer, and through them the on-site crew
- Scope vendor work, coordinate access and resident notices, and inspect before sign-off
- Keep spending in budget and emergency parts on the shelf
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
